(transitive, computing) To destroy (older) data by recording new data over it. / (transitive) To cover in writing; to write over the top of. / (transitive, intransitive) To write too much.

(computing) The operation of destroying older data by recording new data over it.

plural of overwriter

Third-person singular simple present indicative form of overwrite

(computing) Software that writes over the contents or unused section of a data store to prevent recovery of sensitive information. / One who writes too much.

Alternative form of overwritable

present participle of overwrite

Capable of being overwritten.